What are the dates of the FC Bayern Global Academy Program?

Program Start Date: September 1, 2024
Winter Break Check-Out: December 21, 2024
Spring Semester Check-In: January 31, 2025
Program End Date:  May 31, 2025

How many games will the team play?  

The FC Bayern Munich Global Academy U18 team will play weekly matches against local, regional, and Bundesliga academy competition. 

Where are the players living in Munich?  

The players are living at FC Bayern’s International Youth House, a new, modern, and well-equipped serviced single-room dorm complex located in Munich.  

International Youth House in Munich offers a range of amenities and facilities including fully furnished apartments with kitchenettes, free Wi-Fi, and 24-hour on-site staff. Convenient for the players’ training sessions, this is an ideal location for the players’ residence and provides a comfortable home-away-from-home. 

Who will be supervising?  

The players will be supervised by a dedicated team that includes two team managers who will always be available to assist the team. Additionally, the on-site FC Bayern Global Academy staff and coaches will provide supervision and support to ensure the players have a safe and enjoyable experience during their training sessions and stay at the International Youth House.  

The FC Bayern Global Academy support staff for this youth soccer program is dedicated to ensuring the players’ physical well-being and performance optimization during their training sessions, matches, and stay in Munich. 

What is the nutrition plan for players at the FCB Global Academy players?  

The players will receive a healthy, sport-specific breakfast to energize them for the day’s training sessions. Lunch will be provided at the FC Bayern  Campus, where our youth teams also eat. For dinner, players will either receive sport-specific food boxes from the FC Bayern Campus or supervisors will order nutritional food from surrounding restaurants if the campus kitchen is closed.

Is there a curfew for players?  

Yes, there will be a curfew at 10 PM. However, there may be exceptions from time to time, depending on the circumstances and schedule. The safety and well-being of the players are our top priority, and any changes to the curfew will be communicated to the players in advance by the team managers or on-site staff. 

Does the head coach have a UEFA A license?  

Yes, the FC Bayern Global Academy head coach has a UEFA A license, and the assistant coach will have a minimum of a UEFA B license.  

The coaches are highly qualified and experienced in youth football training.  During the players’ time in Munich, the coaches will be fully focused on the team, providing expert guidance and instruction to help the players improve their skills and reach their full potential. 

Will the FC Bayern Global Academy players have a Physical Therapist?  

The support staff for the players will include a physiotherapist for games and access to the physiotherapists at the FC Bayern Campus for treatments.  

Will the FC Bayern Global Academy players have an Athletic Coach?  

Yes, the team will have an athletic coach who will work following the philosophy of the FC Bayern Youth Academy. 

Will the players wear the official FC Bayern Training gear?  

Yes, the players will receive the official FC Bayern Training Kits, including training apparel such as shirts, shorts, and socks, to wear during their training sessions. Additionally, they will play in the official FC Bayern  Jerseys during matches. The players will be provided with high-quality gear that represents the FC Bayern brand and ensures they are properly equipped for their training and matches. 

Will there be Team Building Activities?  

Yes, as part of the program, we aim to conduct one team-building activity per month. These activities may include hikes, trips to nearby cities, or other group bonding experiences. Team building activities are designed to foster camaraderie, teamwork, and a positive team culture among the players, promoting a cohesive and unified team dynamic throughout their training sessions and stay in Munich. 

What does an FC Bayern Global Academy Training Week look like? 

Click here to see our tentative training schedule.